Textile Machinery Manufacturer Italy | Fabric Inspection, Packing &

Finishing Preparation Systems

COMATEX Textile Machinery S.r.l. is an Italian textile machinery manufacturer specializing in fabric inspection machines, packing systems, sewing and preparation equipment, slitting and rewinding machines, unwinding systems, and customized textile finishing solutions. Headquartered in Ghisalba, Bergamo, Italy, the company designs, manufactures, assembles, and tests all of its machinery in Italy, providing advanced solutions for textile mills, dyehouses, converters, and fabric finishing companies.

Founded in 1972 by Giovanni Todeschini and Eugenio Cremaschi, COMATEX has more than five decades of experience in textile machinery engineering. Remaining a family-owned company, it combines industrial manufacturing with an artisan approach, emphasizing product quality, customization, and close collaboration with customers. Every machine is engineered to meet specific production requirements while maintaining the reliability and durability associated with Made in Italy manufacturing.

Today, COMATEX serves textile manufacturers worldwide with machinery developed for woven fabrics, knitted fabrics, technical textiles, nonwovens, wool, silk, lace, embroidered fabrics, laminated materials, and many other specialty textiles. Its philosophy focuses on simplifying textile production through innovative engineering, personalized technical support, and long-term customer partnerships.

Textile Machinery Portfolio

COMATEX manufactures a comprehensive range of textile handling and finishing preparation equipment, including:

• Fabric Inspection Machines
• Roll-to-Roll Inspection Machines
• Tensionless Fabric Inspection Machines
• Fabric Packing Machines
• Automatic Packing Lines
• Roll Joining & Batch Preparation Systems
• Fabric Unwinding Machines
• Fabric Rewinding Machines
• Plaiting Machines
• Tubular Sewing Machines
• Tubular Slitting Machines
• Multi-Slitting Rewinders
• Meter Counting Machines
• Fabric Spreading Systems
• Edge Alignment Equipment
• Inspection Software
• Customized Textile Automation Systems

The company also provides:

• Machine customization
• Engineering consultancy
• Installation and commissioning
• Spare parts
• Preventive maintenance
• Machine upgrades
• Technical support
• Operator training

Fabric Inspection Expertise

Fabric inspection is one of COMATEX's core competencies.

Its inspection systems are designed for:

• Woven fabrics
• Knitted fabrics
• Tubular knitted fabrics
• Technical textiles
• Laminated fabrics
• Nonwoven materials
• Lace
• Embroidered fabrics

The machines help manufacturers identify defects, improve quality control, optimize fabric handling, and prepare rolls for subsequent production stages while maintaining stable fabric tension.

Fabric Preparation & Finishing Solutions

COMATEX develops machinery covering multiple stages before dyeing, finishing, coating, and garment production.

Its solutions include:

• Roll preparation
• Batch preparation
• Fabric sewing
• Tubular slitting
• Edge alignment
• Rewinding
• Plaiting
• Meter counting
• Automatic cutting
• Automatic packing

These systems are designed to increase production efficiency while reducing manual handling and minimizing fabric waste.

Customized Engineering

One of COMATEX's distinguishing strengths is its ability to manufacture custom-built machinery.

Rather than offering only standard equipment, the company develops machines tailored to individual customer requirements. Its engineering team works directly with customers throughout the project, from machine design to installation, ensuring every solution is optimized for the intended production process.

COMATEX describes this philosophy as creating a machine "tailored like a custom-made suit," emphasizing flexibility and close cooperation throughout every stage of the project.

Manufacturing & Innovation

Every COMATEX machine is:

• Engineered in Italy
• Manufactured in Italy
• Assembled in Italy
• Tested in Italy

Operating from its factory in Bergamo, the company combines modern industrial production with meticulous craftsmanship, paying close attention to every manufacturing detail while continuously improving machine performance and reliability.

Service, Upgrades & Digital Support

Beyond supplying new machinery, COMATEX provides comprehensive lifecycle support through two dedicated service programs.

cxCARE offers:

• Spare parts
• Technical assistance
• Priority service
• Dedicated support engineers

cxUP focuses on:

• Machine modernization
• Productivity improvements
• Process optimization
• Revamping of existing COMATEX and third-party machines

The company also supplies inspection software and automation technologies that improve production monitoring and fabric traceability.

Industries Served

COMATEX equipment is used in numerous textile sectors, including:

• Weaving
• Knitting
• Dyeing & Finishing
• Lamination
• Coating
• Fabric Inspection Centers
• Printing
• Embroidery
• Industrial Garment Manufacturing
• Textile Converting
• Technical Textiles
• Nonwoven Processing

Sustainability

Environmental responsibility is integrated into COMATEX's engineering philosophy.

The company develops machinery featuring:

• Low-energy drive systems
• Long service life
• Reduced maintenance requirements
• Waste reduction
• Efficient production processes

These characteristics help textile manufacturers lower operating costs while supporting more sustainable production practices.

Market Position

COMATEX is positioned as:

• An Italian textile machinery manufacturer
• A fabric inspection machinery specialist
• A textile packing systems manufacturer
• A textile preparation equipment supplier
• A customized textile automation company
• A fabric handling solutions provider

Key Competitive Advantages

• Founded in 1972
• More than 50 years of textile machinery experience
• 100% engineered, assembled, and tested in Italy
• Family-owned engineering company
• Custom-built machinery solutions
• Complete inspection and packing systems
• Machine modernization services
• Dedicated technical support throughout the machine lifecycle
• Sustainable, low-maintenance equipment
• Made in Bergamo, Italy

Ideal Buyers

COMATEX machinery is particularly suitable for:

• Textile finishing mills
• Dyehouses
• Fabric inspection centers
• Knitted fabric manufacturers
• Woven fabric producers
• Technical textile manufacturers
• Textile converters
• Home textile companies
• Textile machinery distributors